U.S. Army Recruiting Division (USARD)

10/28/2026

Recognizing Excellence in Army Reserve Recruiting!

Leaders from the U.S. Army Reserve and U.S. Army Recruiting Division came together at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Oct. 27, to recognize 32 outstanding Soldiers during the 14,322 Reserve Mission Recognition Ceremony.

Lt. Gen. Robert D. Harter, Chief of Army Reserve, and Command Sgt. Maj. Gregory Betty, Command Sergeant Major of the Army Reserve, joined Brig. Gen. Wilkem Mollfulleda, USARD Deputy Commanding General-Support, and Command Sgt. Maj. Danny Basham, USARD command sergeant major, to honor the Army’s top-performing Reserve recruiting professionals.

The ceremony recognized Recruiters, station commanders and company leadership teams for their exceptional performance and contributions to the Army Reserve recruiting mission achievement.

Congratulations to all 32 awardees for their dedication, leadership and commitment to strengthening the force!

10/26/2026

Violet, Velma and Victory Njiyang, triplets and U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from W.J. Keenan High School in Columbia, South Carolina, complete Basic Combat Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, in the final episode of “U.S. Army Journey: The Njiyang Sisters.”

Episode 3, “Becoming Soldiers and Citizens,” follows the sisters through the final weeks of training as they face physical and mental challenges, build confidence and resilience, complete r***e marksmanship, the Army Fitness Test and other culminating training events, and prepare to become Soldiers.

Their journey reaches another milestone when the sisters take the oath of citizenship and become U.S. citizens before completing Basic Combat Training. They later emerge through the smoke during Family Day, reunite with their mother and graduate as U.S. Army Soldiers.

The Njiyang sisters participated in the Army’s Split Training Option, which allows eligible Army Reserve and Army National Guard recruits to complete Basic Combat Training before returning home to finish high school and later attend Advanced Individual Training.

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(U.S. Army video by Zoran Raduka)

10/22/2026

Exploring innovation, discovering opportunities and experiencing the Army firsthand! 🇺🇸🌾

Today, Recruiters from the 3rd Recruiting Brigade engaged with FFA delegates during workshops hosted by the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps and U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The workshops provided opportunities for delegates to explore how their interests and experience in agriculture, veterinary science and drone technology can translate into specialized Army career opportunities.

The excitement continued at the Army exhibits, where the 4th Infantry Division band performed center stage. Our Recruiters and other Army organizations such as U.S. Army Cadet Command, U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, U.S. Army Reserve Command, 905th Military Police Department U.S. Army Special Warfare School and Center and Drill Sergeants from the U.S. Drill Sergeant Academy worked together showcasing the different capabilities the Army has through the eight interactive "Be All You Can" Challenge stations.

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Gerald Holman)
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10/21/2026

Cultivating future leaders and connecting agricultural talent with Army opportunities! 🇺🇸🌾

Today, Recruiters and leaders from the 3rd Recruiting Brigade engaged with attendees at the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The event is expected to attract more than 70,000 attendees.

Recruiters spoke with delegates, educators, counselors and representatives from agricultural organizations. Their discussions highlighted how technical knowledge, leadership experience and problem-solving skills developed through agricultural education can translate into more than 200 Army career opportunities.

Brig. Gen. Wilkem Mollfulleda, deputy commanding general-support, U.S. Army Recruiting Division, also attended the convention, touring Army exhibits and speaking with Recruiters and delegates from the John Hardin High School FFA chapter in Kentucky. The chapter recently earned national three-star recognition through the National FFA Organization's National Chapter Award Program for its achievements in agricultural education and leadership development.

By connecting with these future leaders, Army Recruiters are helping students and educators discover how agricultural experience can open doors to career opportunities in the Army beyond the classroom.

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Gerald Holman)
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10/21/2026

Cultivating the next generation of American leaders! 🇺🇸🌾

- Yesterday, leaders from the U.S Army Recruiting Division and the Indianapolis Recruiting Battalion command team engaged with over 400 delegates at the National Future Farmers of America delegate dinner event, inside the Grand Ballroom at The Westin Indianapolis. Highlighting the shared principles of inclusivity, purpose-driven service, leadership development and career opportunities that connect the Army's mission with the values of agricultural education.

In addition, CW5 LaShon P. White, command chief warrant officer, U.S. Army Reserve Command, also spoke to the delegates as a guest speaker. CW5 White emphasized their important responsibilities as decision-makers within their state FFA associations, where their leadership helps shape organizational policies, strengthen partnerships and influence member engagement.

He also mentioned, much like the Army, FFA develops leaders through responsibility, teamwork, discipline and service. Whether leading agricultural initiatives, strengthening communities or pursuing careers in the military, these young leaders demonstrate the potential to make a meaningful difference. 🇺🇸🌾

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Gerald Holman)
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10/19/2026

Honoring great leaders and celebrating the Recruiters of the year! 🇺🇸🏆

For 250 years, the strength of the American story has rested upon the shoulders of citizens who choose to serve but finding and inspiring those individuals requires great leadership. Last week in Washington, D.C., we celebrated the absolute pinnacle of talent acquisition as Sergeant Major of the Army Michael R. Weimer officially recognized Staff Sgt. Victoria Ortiz and Staff Sgt. Edward Bringas as the 2026 U.S. Army Recruiting Division Recruiter of the Year and Reserve Recruiter of the Year!

The awards were presented during the Noncommissioned Officer Awards Breakfast at the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition, the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Operating under this year’s powerful theme, "America’s Army: The Foundation of the Joint Force," these two noncommissioned officers represent the modernization and force-generation efforts.

Visit GoArmy.com today to explore your path and find a Recruiter near you! 🇺🇸

(U.S. Army photo by Leroy Council)
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10/16/2026

Balancing dual careers and achieving your dream! 🇺🇸

For 250 years, the heartbeat of our nation’s defense has been sustained by everyday citizens willing to answer the call to serve. Today, we are highlighting Spc. Lucas Ramalho, a Soldier who perfectly embodies that spirit of selfless service, diversity and dedication to military.

Today, he successfully balances a dual career as a civilian police officer and a combat medic specialist with the 399th Field Hospital, 804th Medical Brigade, 3rd Theater Medical Command (Deployment Support). The combat medicine, leadership and professional discipline he learned in the Reserve have set him apart from his peers, making him a stronger leader in both his military and civilian roles.

Our Recruiters are dedicated mentors, focused on helping you find a pathway that matches your civilian passions with more than 200 high-demand military careers. By choosing the Army Reserve, you can gain world-class training, earn benefits and serve your country part-time while keeping your civilian job.

Visit goarmy.com today to explore part-time Army Reserve careers and connect with a local Recruiter!

(U.S. Army video by Spc. Maurice Cheeks)
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10/14/2026

Honoring our past, modernizing our outreach and taking care of our people! 🇺🇸

Sgt. 1st Class Antoine Campbell's journey began shortly after high school when he walked into his local Army Recruiting station in Missouri. Although he initially planned to enlist as a military police, his Recruiter recognized his natural empathy and passion for helping others, guiding him to enlist as a religious affairs specialist. Ten years later, Campbell is assigned to the 3rd Recruiting Brigade and was recently honored with the prestigious Calvin P. Titus Distinguished Service Award (Order of Titus) for his hard work and support within the unit ministry teams!

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(Story by Keri Anne Smialek)
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Sgt. 1st Class Antoine Campbell, a Religious Affairs Specialist for the United States Army's 3rd Recruiting Brigade is the 2026 recipient of the Calvin P. Titus Distinguished Service Award, commonly known as the Order of Titus.

10/09/2026

“RECRUITING WITH FRIENDS!”

- Yesterday, Staff Sgt. Victoria Ortiz, USARD #1 top Recruiter, Sgt. 1st Class Hector Salas-Santiago, USARD #2 top Recruiter, Sgt. 1st Class Taylor Scottellison, USARD #17 top Recruiter and Sgt. 1st Class Akeem Daley, Western Hill Recruiting Station commander took center stage in Haszard Auditorium at the “Recruiting With Friends” event on Fort Knox, Kentucky. Hosted by Sgt. 1st Class Ramon Mota-Rodriguez, Recruiting and Retention College student, currently assigned as the United States Army Western Hemisphere Command liaison noncommissioned officer senior driver at the Pentagon.

Future and current Recruiters participated in a question-and-answer session, gaining valuable insights and exchanging ideas. The event highlighted the importance of teamwork, mentorship and professional development. Future and current Recruiters had the opportunity to network with their peers, support one another and showcase their shared commitment to accomplishing the mission.

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Gerald Holman)
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10/07/2026

Docendo Discimus; By Teaching, We Learn!

Brig. Gen. Sara Dudley, commanding general, U.S. Army Recruiting Division, hosted a ceremony today welcoming the Retention and Recruiting College to USARD at the Recruiting and Retention College on Fort Knox, Kentucky. Soldiers assigned to the Recruiting and Retention College donned their new shoulder sleeve insignia, also known as a unit patch, as the Recruiting and Retention College now operates as a brigade-level asset under the U.S. Army Recruiting Division.

The Recruiting and Retention College has remained at the forefront of training, adapting to educational and social changes to provide the most current doctrine, methods and concepts to the Recruiting force since July 1, 1983, guided by the motto, "Docendo Discimus; by teaching!, we learn!"

"I absolutely recognize your official return to the best division in the entire U.S. Army," Dudley said. "I am excited to once again share the same patch, the same mission and our shared contribution to what we owe the nation’s army and the leading ground force in the world."

(U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Gerald Holman)
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